IND vs WI: Dhruv Jurel marked his maiden Test century on Friday (October 2) against the West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad with a heartfelt tribute to his father, dedicating the milestone to him through a special army-style gesture. Jurel’s father, a Kargil War veteran who served in the 1999 conflict and retired as a Havildar from the Indian Army, has been a major inspiration in his life, something Jurel has spoken about in earlier interviews.
His celebration, featuring a salute to the crowd, quickly went viral on social media, capturing the admiration of fans across the country. Notably, Jurel also did a salute celebration when he reached his fifty, a proud acknowledgment of his father’s service and sacrifice.
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Watch the celebration here…
